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Ronaldo calls for life bans of Saudi Pro League fans after Jota chants
Fans at Al-Taawoun and Al-Hilal game seem to taunt Ruben Neves by chanting name of deceased teammate, Diogo Jota.
Guyana’s oil boom and challenges
Guyana’s president says his country has seen an increase in oil revenue as the Iran conflict reshapes global markets.
Sweden's election exit polls show center-left opposition ahead of populist right
The election pits Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's center-right coalition against a center-left bloc led by former Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson's Social Democrats.
Turkey detains dozens in raids of bars, homes in crackdown on LGBTQ community
Turkish authorities on Sunday launched raids on gay bars, nightclubs, LGBTQ association offices and activists' homes in a sweeping crackdown in several cities as part of the government's "My Family is Safe" operations, Turkey's justice minister said. More than 60 people were arrested, according to the state news agency, in raids condemned by human rights groups.
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Turkey detains dozens in raids on gay bars, homes in crackdown on LGBTQ activists
Turkish authorities on Sunday launched raids on gay bars, nightclubs, offices of LGBTQ associations and homes of activists in a sweeping crackdown in several cities as part of the government's "My Family is Safe" operations, said Turkey's justice minister. More than 60 people were arrested, according to the state news agency, in raids condemned by human rights groups.
Israeli raid targets Palestinian journalist Ali al-Samoudi’s home
Israeli forces reportedly raided the Jenin home of Palestinian journalist Ali al-Samoudi and beat his son.
Trump says he will remove all Irish whiskey tariffs as he ends two-day visit
Whiskey distilled in the Republic of Ireland faces the standard 15% tariff which applies to EU goods entering the US.
Trump downplays need to check AI development, says he is unwilling to cede edge to China
US President Donald Trump on Sunday played down the need for his administration to check the development of artificial intelligence, saying he worried about ceding America’s edge over China in a global competition and that winning would help address the risks from the advancing technology. While acknowledging the need for some regulation, Trump provided no specifics about potential rules and attri...
Centre-left opposition bloc leads in Swedish vote, poll shows
Exit polls show Sweden's centre-left parties with an early lead of 51.3 percent in general election.
Since 2000, Marc Benioff and his wife bought 600 plus acres in Hawaii, only to donate 440 acres
Since 2000, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff and his wife, Lynne, have bought more than 600 acres in Hawaii worth nearly $100 million. They later donated 440 acres to support affordable housing on the Big Island. The Ouli Project will begin with 43 self-help homes for low- to moderate-income residents, along with parks and community spaces.
US schools and police warn about viral ‘Cat in the Hat’ trend after teens’ arrests
Disturbing and AI-generated versions of Dr Seuss character have been used to threaten schools and communitiesSchools and law enforcement authorities in the US are issuing warnings against a viral “Cat in the Hat” social media trend in which disturbing or AI-generated versions of the Dr Seuss character are used to threaten students, schools and communities.The latest warnings come as safety concern...
Sweden Election Aftermath: A hard night for the hard right?
Immediate France 24 analysis as polls close, and exit polls indicate how the country has voted in the 2026 election. France 24 Gavin Lee has been speaking to Scandinavia Correspondent Trine Villeman
Middle East diplomacy stalls as war spreads, Hormuz talks postponed
Middle East diplomacy appeared to falter heading into Monday with the postponement of a meeting between Iran and other Gulf powers, while attacks around the region’s two most important oil transit routes deepened concern over global energy supplies. Oil prices jumped more than 3 per cent on Monday, following Houthi strikes on the world’s biggest exporter Saudi Arabia that forced the closure of its...
Middle East diplomacy falters as war spreads and Hormuz talks stall
Middle East diplomacy appeared to falter heading into Monday with the postponement of a meeting between Iran and other Persian Gulf powers, while fresh attacks around the region’s two most important oil transit routes deepened concern over global energy supplies. Oil prices jumped as markets reopened on Monday, following developments that threaten supplies from the world’s biggest exporter, Saudi...
New attacks in Hormuz and Saudi Arabia test nerves as war’s spread worsens oil disruption
New strikes on Saudi Arabia and on ships in the Gulf tested nerves in the Middle East on Sunday, after an attack on a Saudi oil pipeline and an advance by Yemen’s Houthis threatened to worsen the wartime disruption to global energy supplies. Oil traders were expecting prices to rise again when markets reopen on Monday, following the weekend developments that jeopardise supplies from the world’s b...
Iran is set to unveil temporary Hormuz agreement to Gulf nations on Monday
Iran plans to formally unveil an agreement on a temporary shipping lane through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, after a flurry of diplomatic activity including a rare meeting between senior officials from Tehran and Abu Dhabi. The Islamic Republic is set to reveal to Gulf nations its agreement with Oman on a temporary new shipping lane, according to a person familiar with the matter. Negotiations ...
JD Vance’s Catholicism could be at odds with Maga evangelicals in 2028
Vice-president wears religion on his sleeve but winding spiritual path could alienate evangelicals and CatholicsUS vice-president JD Vance has worn his religion on his sleeve since converting to the Catholicism in 2019. He recently published a book, Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith, and memorably met the late Pope Francis at the Vatican on Easter Sunday in 2025, a day before the pontiff die...
Former CIA official David Rush, found with 303 gold bars worth $40 million, reaches plea agreement
Federal prosecutors have reached a plea deal with David Rush's legal representatives, halting grand jury actions related to the stolen gold bars. Rush, previously associated with the CIA, now faces allegations linked to a fabricated classified program. The investigation revealed gold bars and luxury watches in his Virginia residence, raising significant concerns about classified information while ...
Sweden election: exit polls project centre-left government and bad night for the far-right – live
Initial projections put centre-left opposition bloc at 51.3%, with 46.8% for rightwing parties; result worse than expected for far right Sweden DemocratsSwedish election – full reportIf you’re looking just for a single story to quickly catch up on the story of tonight, let’s cross to our Nordic correspondent, Miranda Bryant, for her preview.The prospect of far-right anti-immigration Sweden Democra...
Sweden’s left-wing opposition leads election, far right loses ground: exit polls
Preliminary results are due from the Swedish Election Authority within hours, while vote counting will begin on Monday, with official results expected within a week
Sucker Punch: How the Houthis shocked the Gulf
Who are the Houthis, what are their objectives for Yemen, and could the Iranian backed group how a significant chunk of world trade to ransom in the Bab el Mandeb Strait? Professor Thomas Juneau, a specialist on the Houthis & Iran, explains the intricate dynamics about the group, it’s repressive nature and the level of the threat to world shipping. He’s been speaking to France 24’s Gavin Lee
Bangsamoro’s parliamentary election is a turning point
It's a milestone of the self-determination fight in this region of the Philippines. It must be kept peaceful and fair.
Haaland goal sees 10-man City beat United in controversial Manchester derby
Phil Foden is sent off for City, but Erling Haaland's controversial goal settles Manchester derby 1-0 at United.
Haaland goal sees 10-men City beat United in controversial Manchester derby
Phil Foden is sent off for City, but Erling Haaland's controversial goal settles Manchester derby 1-0 at United.
Meet Henry Xie: 17-year-old student whose method made AI models more empathetic
A 17-year-old student created a groundbreaking training method for artificial intelligence that enhances communication skills in smaller AI models. This unique technique received impressive empathy ratings in various tests, paving the way for more advanced conversational capabilities in personal devices. By focusing on human-like interaction, the student's research pushes the boundaries of how we ...
Syrian child killed after roadside object explodes near Damascus
A child has been killed after an explosive object detonated when he touched it near Damascus.
Swedish election: centre-left bloc looks set to take power, exit polls show
Result would deliver a new left-leaning government and be a strong rejection of current centre-right coalitionSweden general election: close race as far right eyes role in government – Europe liveSweden’s centre-left bloc looks set to take power after a high-stakes election, according to exit polls.If the results hold, it is likely to lead to a brand new left-leaning Swedish government led by the ...
Sweden's centre-left holds razor-thin edge as exit polls show tight race
Sweden's elections are too close to call as the centre-left opposition narrowly led on Sunday, with the far right seen losing ground after half of votes counted. Four opposition parties led by Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson held 49.3 percent against 49.1 percent for Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's right-wing alliance.
Sweden's election too close to call as far-right slips, exit polls show
Sweden's centre-left wing bloc, led by the Social Democrats, held an early lead at 51.3% in a parliamentary election on Sunday, an exit poll by broadcaster SVT showed. Early results from the Swedish Election Authority were expected within hours.